1996 Audi A3 vs. 1956 Morris Minor
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1956 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1956 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1956 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Audi | Morris |
| Model | A3 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2190 mm |
